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About Penny D. Nichols

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Penny D. Nichols

Penny D. Nichols is a dedicated educator turned historian who brings hidden chapters of justice and courage to light. As the author of The One and Only All Woman Supreme Court, she tells the true story of three trailblazing Texas justices who convened an all female state Supreme Court, an event narrated with the pacing and depth of a novel. Alongside her historical writing, Penny has an academic background in language and literature, having served as an Associate Professor of Instruction in Spanish and Portuguese at Northwestern University, where she earned a reputation for innovation in her field. Her work combines rigorous research with engaging storytelling to illuminate overlooked moments in history and inspire readers everywhere.

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History often whispers its most powerful stories, this one speaks boldly. Set in a pivotal moment in American legal history, The One and Only All Woman Supreme Court unveils the extraordinary true story of the only time an entire state supreme court was made up of women. Against a backdrop of skepticism and societal limits, these pioneering justices stepped onto the bench and made history. Through rich storytelling and deep research, author Penny D. Nichols brings their voices to life, celebrating not just a legal milestone, but a legacy of courage, leadership, and change. Step into the courtroom where history was rewritten and justice wore heels.

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